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Content/Commissioning Editor - Higher Education

The publishing arm of a leading and highly respected Institute based in London is looking to recruit a Commissioning/Content Editor to work on an exciting range of learning resources primarily in the Higher Education area of the business.  This is an interesting and wide-ranging role that will involve working closely with qualification managers, subject matter experts and learning technologists to commission, edit, develop and/or repurpose content for online delivery. 

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Working closely with colleagues on the learning decision-making process. Guiding them through the different options available
  • Prepare a commissioning brief for each qualification informed by syllabus content, learning design and appropriate pedagogic methodologies
  • Identify suitable authors and commission and manage associated contracts
  • Work closely with the Learning Technologist and Subject Matter Expert to develop a clear plan that details the content needed to develop each qualification
  • Copyedit content and make ready for production activity
  • Assess draft content and  consolidate feedback from other stakeholders

This is an interesting and wide-ranging role with a lot of scope for development and the successful person will have:

  • an understanding of the requirements for effective online learning
  • the ability to assess the suitability of content for its intended audience and reshape it where necessary
  • sound copy editing and proofreading skills
  • a willingness to work collaboratively and establish good working relationships
  • strong project management skills
  • knowledge of standard editorial processes
  • Experience of negotiating agreements and influencing stakeholders
  • Ability to evaluate and provide feedback

For further details of this role please forward your CV and a short cover letter outlining your salary expectations.

Content/Commissioning Editor - Higher Education

Redwood, Central London
Permanent
Academic, Educational, Professional
Project Management, Editorial, Online
Reference: 
CCE140317
Salary description: 
Competitive salary and excellent benefits package

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